Ashton Community Trust

Ashton Community Trust Ashton is an award winning charity that prides itself on delivering real benefits for local people.

It is known for its ability to consistently deliver quality services. About Ashton Community Trust
Ashton is an award winning social regeneration charity that works to deliver real benefits for local people. It was formally established in 1991 with a mission ‘To promote positive change and improve the quality of life of the North Belfast community.’ Located in the New Lodge area of North Belfast i

t works to address severe levels of social and economic deprivation. These health and life inequalities are further compounded by the legacy of the conflict. Within one square mile of the Ashton Centre for example 635 people were killed and over 2,500 injured. Supported Thousands of People
Over the last 25 years Ashton has supported thousands of people through its community accessible programmes. These services are delivered by Ashton’s departments which include: Bridge of Hope, FabLab, Kinderkids Daycare, New Lodge Arts, New Lodge Youth Centre, Social Enterprise Hub and Training & Employment Services. The organisation, underpinned by a strong community development commitment, aims to provide a one-stop-shop for local needs. This holistic approach includes services that work to support educational, employment and training requirements; childcare needs; physical and emotional health as well as cultural and arts expressions. Reinvesting In North Belfast
Ashton’s policy of reinvesting in the North Belfast community means the majority of their 170-strong workforce are local people which in turn has brought stability to the area. The organisation has sought to regenerate not only by creating jobs but also by turning derelict pieces of land into thriving social spaces. Model of Best Practice
Ashton is viewed internationally as a model of best practice for its community regeneration achievements. In 2013 and 2017 it was appointed NI Social Enterprise of the Year and was recognised for its community ethos and social impact. It currently holds ISO9001:2015 certification and in 2015 was awarded the prestigious “Excellence 5 Star” accreditation by the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM). In January 2016 a further assessment was completed by EFQM in which Ashton were awarded an Ireland Excellence certificate for its culture of excellence, robust systems and processes as well as its capacity to drive innovation and continually improve results. Ashton Departments are:

Training & Employment: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/training-and-employment/

Culture & Arts: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/culture-and-arts/

Health & Wellbeing: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/health-wellbeing/

Childcare & Family Support: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/childcare-family-support/

Youth Development: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/youth-development/

Community Impact: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/community-development/

Many of our departments/projects have a presence on Facebook:

Ashton Community Trust - https://www.facebook.com/ashtoncommunitytrust/
Ashton Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Ashton/
Ashton Training & Employment - https://www.facebook.com/AshtonTrainingEmployment/
Ashton CORE Project - https://www.facebook.com/coreproject1/
Belfast Works - https://www.facebook.com/Belfastworks/
Ashton Essential Skills - https://www.facebook.com/ashtonessentialskills/
Bridge Of Hope - https://www.facebook.com/bridgeofhope.org/
New Lodge Arts - https://www.facebook.com/NewLodgeArtsBelfast
New Lodge Youth Centre - https://www.facebook.com/newlodgeyc/
New Lodge Youth Centre (That's What She Said) - https://www.facebook.com/shesaidnlyc

30/07/2026

Parentline NI is having a fantastic morning at Ashton’s Family Information and Funday - north Belfast.

Bringing together families and sharing smiles!

Thanks to our Parent Support Officer Kate who is hosting our PLNI stall 🫶

Ashton Community Trust

30/07/2026
The Family Information & Fun Day is back again!An Event for the Whole Community to come together and enjoy. Information...
29/07/2026

The Family Information & Fun Day is back again!

An Event for the Whole Community to come together and enjoy. Information stalls with a wealth of information for families will be available on the day, as well as fun activities and a BBQ for all to enjoy.

Please note the Event will begin from 12noon and not 11:30 as previously advertised.

Free August Lunch Club for Children and Young People under 18 🥪🍽️📲Please contact Christine or Fionnuala at Ashton Centre...
29/07/2026

Free August Lunch Club for Children and Young People under 18 🥪🍽️

📲Please contact Christine or Fionnuala at Ashton Centre to register by Monday 3rd August at 12 noon.

📞Ashton Centre: 028 9074 2255
📨[email protected]

🎒 School Uniform Drive – Tomorrow! 👕Need help getting the kids ready for the new school year? Come along to our School U...
28/07/2026

🎒 School Uniform Drive – Tomorrow! 👕

Need help getting the kids ready for the new school year? Come along to our School Uniform Drive at the Ashton Centre, where we'll have a range of good-quality donated school uniforms available.

📅 Wednesday 29th July 2026
🕐 1:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Ashton Centre, 5 Churchill Street, Belfast, BT15 2BP

No appointment needed – just drop in and see what's available.

Please like, share and tag someone who might benefit from this. 💙

Don't miss a moment of Féile an Tuaiscirt 2026! 🎉Make sure you're following the Féile an Tuaiscirt page to keep...
27/07/2026

Don't miss a moment of Féile an Tuaiscirt 2026! 🎉

Make sure you're following the Féile an Tuaiscirt page to keep up to date with all the latest events, activities, day trips, live performances and community celebrations happening throughout the festival.

👉 Like, follow and share the page with your family and friends so no one misses out!

https://www.facebook.com/feileantuaiscirtNB/

Working with Féile an Phobail to bring Ireland's biggest community arts festival to North Belfast.

27/07/2026
Bridge of Hope Men's Group Bridge of Hope, part of Ashton Community Trust, is recruiting for a new Men's Group for men i...
21/07/2026

Bridge of Hope Men's Group Bridge of Hope, part of Ashton Community Trust, is recruiting for a new Men's Group for men impacted by the conflict.

After registration the group will offer a range of activities including fishing, historical visits, sports events, day trips, wellbeing workshops, and personal development sessions. It's an opportunity to build resilience, make new connections, and improve wellbeing in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment.

To register contact Glen on 028 90742255 or 07425 700630 (pre-registration essential)

Open to all men age 40+ and impacted by the conflict.

Join us for Ten Pin Bowling and Mini Golf on Friday 7th August.

Address

5 Churchill Street
Belfast
BT152BP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

02890742255

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